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The company seeks an Assistant Project Manager to support electronic security projects in data center and commercial settings, gaining experience to advance into a full Project Manager role while handling scheduling, budgeting, coordination, and client communications.
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Our client is seeking an Assistant Project Manager (APM) to join their growing Electronic Security Project team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to develop into a full Project Manager role while gaining hands-on experience supporting complex electronic security deployments within mission-critical data center environments.
Projects include the integration of access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, and other low-voltage security systems for commercial and data center clients.
Key Responsibilities Support Project Managers in the execution of electronic security projects from kickoff through completion. Assist with managing project schedules, budgets, scope, deliverables, and documentation. Coordinate daily project activities, including technician task assignments, scheduling, engineering deliverables, programming, and CAD documentation. Facilitate communication between internal teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients to ensure successful project delivery. Participate in client and internal project meetings while providing project updates and status reports. Track labor, material, and equipment costs to help maintain project profitability and budget compliance. Maintain and update project schedules, timelines, and project records. Conduct site visits and field verification to identify project requirements, risks, and potential issues. Coordinate design reviews and ensure documentation is complete, accurate, and field-ready. Support system programming, commissioning, testing, and final system turnover activities. Develop and manage punch lists, closeout documentation, and project turnover packages. Assist with coordinating training and project handoff to clients, service teams, and sales organizations. Help drive continuous improvement by following and enhancing established project management processes and best practices. Client & Stakeholder Management Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, internal teams, and key project stakeholders. Provide clear, timely, and professional written and verbal communication throughout the project lifecycle. Manage expectations and proactively identify, communicate, and resolve project issues. Coordinate activities across Account Executives, Directors, Engineers, Technicians, Subcontractors, and Client teams. Escalate risks and roadblocks appropriately to keep projects on track. Project Ownership & Accountability Assist in delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Monitor project status, staffing, schedules, costs, and deliverables. Support financial tracking, billing accuracy, and project reporting. Demonstrate accountability, responsiveness, and strong follow-through. Serve as a trusted partner to clients and internal stakeholders while contributing to high customer satisfaction. What Success Looks Like Strong organizational and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment. Proactive problem-solving and attention to detail. Desire to grow into a full Project Manager role. Ability to balance competing priorities including schedule, budget, scope, quality, and client satisfaction.
Skills and Requirements
1+ years of experience in a general construction setting as an Assistant Project Manager, Project Manager, or Project Engineer Commercial Construction Project experience Desire to become a Project Manager Knowledge of project scheduling and budgeting Experience with electronic security systems (CCTV, access control, intrusion detection)
Experience working with material ordering or vendor coordination
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].
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